What to expect
consultation call:
If the services explained here sounds like a good fit, reach out! Send a message through this website or email me at sarahsmithcounseling@gmail.com.
This will give you an opportunity to ask any additional questions about my services and the therapy process.
I have a handful of questions I will also ask you to make sure that I am the right fit for you and your family. We can then move forward and schedule the initial intake appointment.
intake session:
Intake sessions are scheduled for 45-50 minutes. If you are seeking services for your child, I recommend this session be conducted without them to allow for full honesty and disclosure.
I will ask more clarifying questions about the hopes and goals of therapy so that we can establish mutually agreed upon treatment goals for therapy. I can also explain more in-depth how I work as a therapist, and the treatment modalities I see appropriate for you or your family.
schedule ongoing appointments:
I recommend that appointments be scheduled on a weekly basis to allow us to build strong rapport and trust. Once this is established, appointments can move to bi-weekly.
Appointments are 50 minutes. When working with children, I allow time to check in with the parent to discuss challenges and successes of the week. I will often provide strategies to use during the week that we can check in about.
Determining how long therapy will take depends on every individual case. We will continuously evaluate your progress and make adjustments as needed. You are free to end therapy whenever you feel ready!
NO SURPRISES ACT:
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
• You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
• Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
• If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
• Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call the Colorado Division of Insurance at 303-894-7490 or 1-800-930-3745.